American
Revolution In New Jersey
New Jersey is considered the Crossroads of the American Revolution
because:
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it was a central geographic location for the emerging thirteen colonies
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military forces crossed the state many times throughout the war
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it is between the two key cities of New York City and Philadelphia
Battles-
Trenton
Princeton
Monmouth
George Washington in New Jersey
Washington was a great modivator. He is one of the reasons the Americans
won the battles. Men enlisted wanted out, yet Washingon's plea for the
militia to stay saved them. Washington believed Americans could win and
survive even when others did not. Washingon said to Lee at the Battle of
Princeton, "Sir, they are able, and by God they shall do it!"
Links
Visit these sites for further information
on the American Revolution in New Jersey.
New
Jersey During The Revolution
The
History Place: George Washington Picture Gallery
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